hussar
/həˈzɑr/
noun
- A soldier in a light cavalry regiment, originally from Hungary, known for their colorful uniforms and bravery.
- The hussars were famous for their speed and daring attacks during the Napoleonic Wars.
- In the museum, we saw a painting of a Hungarian hussar in a striking blue and gold uniform.
- The hussar rode swiftly across the battlefield, his sabre gleaming in the sun.
- A member of a modern military unit that keeps the name and traditions of the historical hussars.
- He joined the local hussar regiment to honor his grandfather's military service.
- The hussar parade featured both vintage uniforms and modern military vehicles.
- The Canadian hussars participated in a peacekeeping mission overseas.